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Our prospectus

St White’s Primary School

St White’s Road

Cinderford

Gloucestershire

GL14 3DH

Tel: 01594 822 311

Email: admin@st-whites.gloucs.sch.uk

Website: www.st-whites.gloucs.sch.uk

Contents

Welcome 4

Vision and aims 6

Our curriculum 8

Personalised provision 10

Opportunities for all 12

Daily life at St White’s 14

Rewards and success 16

Parents and carers 18

Keeping us safe 20

Our communities 22

All the extras! 24

Earlybirds 26

The team 28

Further information 30

“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

welcome

Dear parents and carers,

Welcome to St White’s Primary School, I am really pleased that you are

considering joining us and I hope that this prospectus will give you all the

answers you need.

At St White’s, we pride ourselves on the quality of learning and the

strong family feeling and welcoming atmosphere. The children, staff and

supporters of St White’s all feel they are part of this unique community

and respect each other and the contributions they make.

Have a look through our prospectus and if you have any further

questions or would like to come for a look round, please give me a call

or send an email.

I look forward to meeting you and your family,

With kind regards,

Gary Law

Headteacher

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Our vision and aims

Together we do our best!

“A quote relating to the body”

Primary (or elementary) education consists

of the first 5–7 years of formal, structured

education. In general, primary education

consists of six or eight years of schooling

starting at the age of five or six, although

this varies between, and sometimes within,

countries. Globally, around 89% of primary-

age children are.

Enrolled in primary education, and this

proportion is rising.[8] Under the Education

For All programs driven by UNESCO, most

countries have committed to achieving

universal enrolment in primary education

by 2015, and in many countries, it is

compulsory for children to receive primary

education. The division between primary

and secondary education is somewhat

arbitrary, but it generally occurs at about

eleven or twelve years of age.

Value each other, ourselves and all that

is around us.

Our school has five core values which

underpin all that we do. They are:

Trust

Friendship

Perseverance

Courage

Belonging

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Daily life at St White’s

A friendly school with family values

“My child’s teacher always listens and puts my child’s learning first.”

Everyday, the children arrive from 8.40am

and make their way to their classroom.

Teachers are at their classrooms to

welcome your child in and make sure they

are settled and ready to learn. This also

gives you a chance to speak with the

teacher if you have a question or query.

Teachers are always willing to talk with you

about any issues or ideas you have,

especially if it means your child will settle

well at school and make progress. We

encourage you to build a good relationship

with your child’s teacher so that if and when

issues occur, they can be resolved quickly

and effectively.

We have five school rules and five core

values which underpin everything we do.

We hope you will adopt these values and

support your child with their learning.

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Getting a great start!

It is really important that your child arrives

and leaves school on time. It helps them feel

they are important in school and valued by

everyone around them. As a parent, we

hope you will ensure that your child travels

safety to and from school, and that your

child is on time.

“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Your child’s safety

Safeguarding and Child Protection

The safety and wellbeing of our child is

paramount at St White’s. We want every

child to feel safe at school. We have robust

safeguarding procedures in place and a

detailed ‘personal, social, health and

citizenship education’ programme to teach

our children how to manage risk,

understand emotion and what to do when

they meet different challenges as they

grow.

All our adults who work in school complete

a criminal records check and our Teachers

and Teaching Assistants receive child

protection training. We have a designated

Child Protection Officer and a Family

Support Worker. Together we can

safeguard our children.

Visitors to the school all need to sign in at

the Office.

Health and Safety in Schools

“Teaching children to manage risk allows them to do all the things they want to do, but safely.” In India, compulsory education spans over

twelve years, Some education systems have

separate middle schools, with the transition

to the final stage of secondary education

taking place at around the age of fourteen.

Schools that provide primary education, are

mostly referred to as primary schools.

Primary schools in these countries are often

subdivided into infant schools and junior

school.

out of which children receive elementary

education for 8 years. Elementary schooling

consists of five years of primary schooling

and 3 years of upper primary schooling.

Various states in the republic of India

provide 12 years of compulsory school

education based on national curriculum

framework designed by the National Council

of Educational Research and Training.

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

School uniform

Equipment and Trip

“The smart uniform makes us feel proud to be part of St White’s”

We have a clear and simple School uniform

with extras available if you want to buy

these. To make it easier, all the items can

be ordered and bought from the School

Office.

For boys:

During the winter months:

• Navy blue sweatshirt embroidered

with the school crest

• White shirt or polo shirt

• Grey or black trousers

• Black, smart shoes

• Grey socks

In the summer boys can wear:

• shorts instead of trousers

Boys’ PE kit consists of:

• T-shirt

• Shorts

• Daps

• Trainers

• Tracksuit for when it is cold

For girls:

During the winter months:

• Navy blue sweatshirt embroidered

with the school crest

• White shirt or polo shirt

• Grey or black shirt or trousers

• Black, smart shoes

• Grey socks or tights

In the summer girls can wear:

• shorts instead of trousers

Girls’ PE kit consists of:

• T-shirt

• Shorts

• Daps

• Trainers

• Tracksuit for when it is cold

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Rewards and success

Promoting good behaviour

“I love getting House Points; I can’t wait to see which House will win each term!”

We feel good behaviour should be

rewarded, and that is the focus of our

behaviour policy. When children do well,

work hard and achieve we reward them in

number of ways.

We give lots of praise to encourage

everyone to persevere in their learning.

Sometimes we use stickers or class

certificates. Children can earn House Points

for their Team House. The winning House

each term earns a Reward Afternoon. We

have a Superstars Certificates which lists

each child’s personal successes. Our highest

award is the St White’s Hero Award. To

earn this children need to of gain a

substantial personal achievement albeit in

their learning, supporting others or

overcoming challenges life often presents

to us.

When children don’t follow the school rules,

we have a clear system in place. It starts with

a reminder of the rules. Then time out , or a

yellow card, to reflect on what’s happened,

and finally if all else fails, a referral to a

member of Senior Management to carry out

a sanction.

For more serious cases, we look to the

Special Needs and exclusions guidance to

resolve things. For more information please

ask for a copy or our Behaviour Policy.

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Meeting everyone’s needs

A Subtitle to explain further

“A quote relating to the body”

Primary (or elementary) education consists

of the first 5–7 years of formal, structured

education. In general, primary education

consists of six or eight years of schooling

starting at the age of five or six, although

this varies between, and sometimes within,

countries. Globally, around 89% of primary-

age children are.

Enrolled in primary education, and this

proportion is rising.[8] Under the Education

For All programs driven by UNESCO, most

countries have committed to achieving

universal enrolment in primary education

by 2015, and in many countries, it is

compulsory for children to receive primary

education. The division between primary

and secondary education is somewhat

arbitrary, but it generally occurs at about

eleven or twelve years of age.

A Subtitle to explain further

In India, compulsory education spans over

twelve years, Some education systems have

separate middle schools, with the transition

to the final stage of secondary education

taking place at around the age of fourteen.

Schools that provide primary education, are

mostly referred to as primary schools.

Primary schools in these countries are often

subdivided into infant schools and junior

school.

out of which children receive elementary

education for 8 years. Elementary schooling

consists of five years of primary schooling

and 3 years of upper primary schooling.

Various states in the republic of India

provide 12 years of compulsory school

education based on national curriculum

framework designed by the National Council

of Educational Research and Training.

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

All the extras!

A Subtitle to explain further

“A quote relating to the body”

Primary (or elementary) education consists

of the first 5–7 years of formal, structured

education. In general, primary education

consists of six or eight years of schooling

starting at the age of five or six, although

this varies between, and sometimes within,

countries. Globally, around 89% of primary-

age children are.

Enrolled in primary education, and this

proportion is rising.[8] Under the Education

For All programs driven by UNESCO, most

countries have committed to achieving

universal enrolment in primary education

by 2015, and in many countries, it is

compulsory for children to receive primary

education. The division between primary

and secondary education is somewhat

arbitrary, but it generally occurs at about

eleven or twelve years of age.

A Subtitle to explain further

In India, compulsory education spans over

twelve years, Some education systems have

separate middle schools, with the transition

to the final stage of secondary education

taking place at around the age of fourteen.

Schools that provide primary education, are

mostly referred to as primary schools.

Primary schools in these countries are often

subdivided into infant schools and junior

school.

out of which children receive elementary

education for 8 years. Elementary schooling

consists of five years of primary schooling

and 3 years of upper primary schooling.

Various states in the republic of India

provide 12 years of compulsory school

education based on national curriculum

framework designed by the National Council

of Educational Research and Training.

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Keeping us safe

A Subtitle to explain further

“A quote relating to the body”

Primary (or elementary) education consists

of the first 5–7 years of formal, structured

education. In general, primary education

consists of six or eight years of schooling

starting at the age of five or six, although

this varies between, and sometimes within,

countries. Globally, around 89% of primary-

age children are.

Enrolled in primary education, and this

proportion is rising.[8] Under the Education

For All programs driven by UNESCO, most

countries have committed to achieving

universal enrolment in primary education

by 2015, and in many countries, it is

compulsory for children to receive primary

education. The division between primary

and secondary education is somewhat

arbitrary, but it generally occurs at about

eleven or twelve years of age.

A Subtitle to explain further

In India, compulsory education spans over

twelve years, Some education systems have

separate middle schools, with the transition

to the final stage of secondary education

taking place at around the age of fourteen.

Schools that provide primary education, are

mostly referred to as primary schools.

Primary schools in these countries are often

subdivided into infant schools and junior

school.

out of which children receive elementary

education for 8 years. Elementary schooling

consists of five years of primary schooling

and 3 years of upper primary schooling.

Various states in the republic of India

provide 12 years of compulsory school

education based on national curriculum

framework designed by the National Council

of Educational Research and Training.

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“The coffee mornings are great – each week I get the chance to meet with other parents and my toddler gets to know the school before they join.”

Perspective Parent

Our communities

Local families, friends and supporters

We are always looking for ways to further

support our local community. We have

weekly coffee mornings, and support local

businesses and charities. We also have

many volunteers who come in to support

the children’s learning; some listen to

readers, help in the classroom, and our

‘Open the Book’ team offer Christian

assemblies once a week.

Friends of St White’s

FOSW is a charity group set up to fundraise

and support the school. All its members

work tirelessly to raise money to fund

specific projects or buy equipment the

school would otherwise not afford. Many of

the trips, play equipment and books are

provided by FOSW. For all its members, it is

also a social events for parents, friends and

supporters of the school. Interested in

joining? The School Office has more

information.

Local Primary Schools

The schools in Cinderford work closely

together to share good practice and join

together for special events. This is

particularly useful when providing more

challenging opportunities for our gifted and

talented children. We are also members of the West Gloucestershire Schools Partnership, which provide guidance,

training and the sharing of good practice for

all schools in the Forest of Dean and

beyond.

Local Secondary Schools

We have good links with the local secondary

schools. Some, such as Forest E-Act and

Dene Magna, offer the use of their facilities

so that we can further enhance our

education provision. At Forest E-Act

Academy, we go swimming and join in with

specially organised events such as their

‘super learning days’. At Dene Magna, we

participate in sporting events throughout

the year.

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

The team

Working together, learning together

“There is such a friendly, caring and professional atmosphere at St White’s; I love working here.” - supply teacher

All the adults at school have specific roles

with responsibilities, specialisms and

opportunities to progress. The school is led

by our Senior Leadership Team. Teachers

and Teaching Assistants work closing to

meet the children’s learning needs, and our

axillary team ensure the school is running

effectively and professionally day in, day

out!

Our Leadership Team

Gary Law Headteacher

Teresa Cross Deputy Headteacher

Bev Bowles Assistant Headteacher

Carol Pyne Special Needs Coordinator

Laura Jones Infant Department Lead

Clare Tilling Junior Department Lead

Our Teaching Team

Teachers Teaching Assistants Bev Bowles Gill Clowes

Roz Sykes Ruth Barber

Clare Tilling

Stacey Zimmermann

Kerry Keel

Sophie Clowes Michelle Kibble

Natalie Jacka

Sarah Bennett Bec

Laura Jones Lynne Parsons

Kirsty Barrow Michelle

Our Axillary Team

In the Office Road Crossing Daphne Davies John

Jackie Cinderey xxx

Cleaners Lunchtime Supervisors John Jackie Cinderey

xxx xxx

xxx xxx

xxx xxx

xxx xxx

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Learning to lead

It is not just adults that

lead the school. We have

a very pro-active School

Youth Parliament giving

children a chance to carry

out projects to develop

and improve the school.

We also have House

Captain who organise and

lead sporting and non-

sporting competitions

throughout the year.

“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Further information

A Subtitle to explain further

“A quote relating to the body”

Primary (or elementary) education consists

of the first 5–7 years of formal, structured

education. In general, primary education

consists of six or eight years of schooling

starting at the age of five or six, although

this varies between, and sometimes within,

countries. Globally, around 89% of primary-

age children are.

Enrolled in primary education, and this

proportion is rising.[8] Under the Education

For All programs driven by UNESCO, most

countries have committed to achieving

universal enrolment in primary education

by 2015, and in many countries, it is

compulsory for children to receive primary

education. The division between primary

and secondary education is somewhat

arbitrary, but it generally occurs at about

eleven or twelve years of age.

A Subtitle to explain further

In India, compulsory education spans over

twelve years, Some education systems have

separate middle schools, with the transition

to the final stage of secondary education

taking place at around the age of fourteen.

Schools that provide primary education, are

mostly referred to as primary schools.

Primary schools in these countries are often

subdivided into infant schools and junior

school.

out of which children receive elementary

education for 8 years. Elementary schooling

consists of five years of primary schooling

and 3 years of upper primary schooling.

Various states in the republic of India

provide 12 years of compulsory school

education based on national curriculum

framework designed by the National Council

of Educational Research and Training.

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Contact us

A Subtitle to explain further

“A quote relating to the body”

Primary (or elementary) education consists

of the first 5–7 years of formal, structured

education. In general, primary education

consists of six or eight years of schooling

starting at the age of five or six, although

this varies between, and sometimes within,

countries. Globally, around 89% of primary-

age children are.

Enrolled in primary education, and this

proportion is rising.[8] Under the Education

For All programs driven by UNESCO, most

countries have committed to achieving

universal enrolment in primary education

by 2015, and in many countries, it is

compulsory for children to receive primary

education. The division between primary

and secondary education is somewhat

arbitrary, but it generally occurs at about

eleven or twelve years of age.

A Subtitle to explain further

In India, compulsory education spans over

twelve years, Some education systems have

separate middle schools, with the transition

to the final stage of secondary education

taking place at around the age of fourteen.

Schools that provide primary education, are

mostly referred to as primary schools.

Primary schools in these countries are often

subdivided into infant schools and junior

school.

out of which children receive elementary

education for 8 years. Elementary schooling

consists of five years of primary schooling

and 3 years of upper primary schooling.

Various states in the republic of India

provide 12 years of compulsory school

education based on national curriculum

framework designed by the National Council

of Educational Research and Training.

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“Quote someone who

has a really positive

message about the

school that relates to the

page of text opposite.”

Gary Law, Headteacher

Parents and carers

A Subtitle to explain further

“A quote relating to the body”

Primary (or elementary) education consists

of the first 5–7 years of formal, structured

education. In general, primary education

consists of six or eight years of schooling

starting at the age of five or six, although

this varies between, and sometimes within,

countries. Globally, around 89% of primary-

age children are.

Enrolled in primary education, and this

proportion is rising.[8] Under the Education

For All programs driven by UNESCO, most

countries have committed to achieving

universal enrolment in primary education

by 2015, and in many countries, it is

compulsory for children to receive primary

education. The division between primary

and secondary education is somewhat

arbitrary, but it generally occurs at about

eleven or twelve years of age.

A Subtitle to explain further

In India, compulsory education spans over

twelve years, Some education systems have

separate middle schools, with the transition

to the final stage of secondary education

taking place at around the age of fourteen.

Schools that provide primary education, are

mostly referred to as primary schools.

Primary schools in these countries are often

subdivided into infant schools and junior

school.

out of which children receive elementary

education for 8 years. Elementary schooling

consists of five years of primary schooling

and 3 years of upper primary schooling.

Various states in the republic of India

provide 12 years of compulsory school

education based on national curriculum

framework designed by the National Council

of Educational Research and Training.

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St White’s Primary School

St White’s Road

Cinderford

Gloucestershire

GL14 3DH

Tel: 01594 822 311

Email: admin@st-whites.gloucs.sch.uk

Website: www.st-whites.gloucs.sch.uk